A board game cover with an illustration of a detailed spaceship flying in space with a large planet and a smaller celestial body in the background. The game's title, "AZHANTI HIGH LIGHTNING," and the description "TRAVELLER Adventure Aboard an Imperial Starship" are printed in white lettering at the bottom. The logo "GDW" appears in white at the top left corner.
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Azhanti High Lightning (1980)

Azhanti High Lightning

Azhanti High Lightning is a science-fiction wargame designed by Frank Chadwick and Marc W. Miller, published by Game Designers Workshop (GDW) in 1980. The game is set on a large military starship, providing a backdrop for close-action combat between individuals on board. It was the fourth Traveller boardgame published by GDW and was later republished in 2004 as part of Far Future Enterprises’ (FFE) Traveller series. The game received positive reviews for its quality and playability, earning the Charles S. Roberts Award for “Best Fantasy or Science Fiction Game of 1980”.

Game Components of Azhanti High Lightning

The Game Components of Azhanti High Lightning include:
– Rulebook
– Game board
– Counters
– Tokens
– Plastic starship miniatures

Game Setup of Azhanti High Lightning

To set up the game, players need to:1. Prepare the game board and place the starship miniatures on it according to the scenario.2. Determine the objectives for each player or team.3. Allocate resources and equipment to the players or teams.4. Roll initiative and start the game.

Gameplay Mechanics of Azhanti High Lightning

Azhanti High Lightning is a wargame that involves close-action combat between individuals on board a large military spaceship. Players control their characters and units, engaging in combat and maneuvering to achieve their objectives. The game incorporates elements of strategy, tactics, and luck, as players navigate the complexities of space combat.

Game Objective of Azhanti High Lightning

The game’s objective is to achieve the player’s or team’s objectives, which may involve capturing specific areas of the starship, eliminating enemy units, or completing a specific mission.

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